APA provides easy-to-navigate info on a variety of mental health conditions, including depression and anxiety, plus access to the Psychology Help Center, which contains helpful articles about staying happy and healthy. The find a psychologist quick link lets you search for practitioners by ZIP code.

This nonprofit network, which educates the public on mental health issues and advocates for improved care, features advice for finding a support group and dealing with health insurance issues, as well as a free newsletter about the latest developments in mental health and research. You can also link to the RealLIVES online community for people living with mental health issues and Live Your Life Well, a toolkit for dealing with stress.

This not-for-profit is leading the charge to erase the stigma of mental illness. Share your story, learn the facts on mental illness and find the best type of support for you by filling out a series of questions in the Find Help section under Get Connected.

American Mental Health Counselors Association Visit this professional association's site for two key resources: the "Why Use a Mental Health Counselor?" section and a link to help you find a qualified professional in your area.

Resources for anxiety

ADAA offers facts and statistics about a variety of anxiety disorders, including obsessive compulsive disorder and social anxiety disorder, plus personal stories and resources for finding support. Their Speak Out feature makes it easy to contact your congressional representatives about mental health legislation.

This organization supports research and provides education on obsessive compulsive disorder and related conditions. You'll also find a directory of books on the topic and a searchable database of treatment providers.